Receptionist, Stuyvesant Gardens Cornerstone

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive.  We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in:  Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

PROGRAM(S): CAMBA’s Cornerstone Program: CAMBA administers services at 9 Community Centers across Brooklyn. All Cornerstone programs are run in partnership with other community organizations to provide education, recreation, cultural activities, health information and screenings, youth leadership and social services to the neighborhood’s students, their families, and other residents. Activities and services are available after school, evenings and on weekends.

Position: Receptionist/ Security Guard

Reports To: Supervisor II

Location: 214 Stuyvesant Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221

What Does a Receptionist/ Security Guard Do:

 Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
 Monitor and ensure the security and fire safety of the entire facility.
 Employ crisis prevention/intervention and crisis management skills when conflict occurs.
 Patrol buildings and grounds of facilities where CAMBA programs are located.
 Examine doors, windows, gates and all fire exits to determine that they are secure and in accordance with all fire regulations.
 Observe and report irregularities such as unusual client behavior, trespassers, fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked.
 Monitor clients and facility via security camera systems.
 Conduct fire safety patrol and report findings or fire safety concerns to appropriate supervisory personnel.
 Assist in evacuations for fire drills and/or emergencies.
 Conduct security screenings of all clients and visitors entering the facility.
 Collect and submit daily attendance sheets per activity.
 Facilitate and implement the I.D card process, generating and distributing I.D cards.
 Counsel clients that violate rules (such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles) and complete infraction reports.
 Observe departing employees, visitors and/or residents to guard against theft of CAMBA property.
 Document in the security log book and incident report forms property damage, unusual occurrences, and incidents with employees, visitors and clients.
 Maintain assigned equipment per shift.
 Sign equipment in and out for each shift.
 May provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
 May register participants and ensure applications are completed.
 May issue commendations to support positive client behaviors such as peers helping peers, compliance with rules and regulations, etc.
 Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over a period of time.

Education, Licenses and/or Certifications Required:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Other Requirements:

 Must have 8 hour Pre-Assignment security guard training course certificate.
 Must obtain 16 hour On-the-Job security guard training course certificate within 90 days of employment.
 Must complete 8 Hour Annual In-Service Course each calendar year.
 Must have and maintain NYS Security Guard license.
 Must obtain NYS Security Guard registration, and must maintain registration during employment.
 Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 90 days of employment.
 Dept. of Health, Dept. of Education fingerprint clearance; and State Central Registry (SCR) clearance.
 Ability to maintain State Central Registry (SCR) clearance and fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
 Ability to adapt to the culture and environment of a public school.
 Occasional Saturday hours required.

Compensation: $18.04 hourly 

Status: Full Time
Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.